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Judges 19:20

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Judges 19:20 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

“Peace to you,” said the old man. “Let me supply everything you need. Only do not spend the night in the square.”

King James Version KJV

And the old man said, Peace be with thee; howsoever let all thy wants lie upon me; only lodge not in the street.

American Standard Version ASV

And the old man said, Peace be unto thee; howsoever let all thy wants lie upon me; only lodge not in the street.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And the old man said, Peace be with you; let all your needs be my care; only do not take your rest in the street.

Free Bible Version FBV

“You are welcome to stay with me,” the man replied. “I can let you have everything you need. Just don't spend the night here in the square.”

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And the olde man sayde, Peace bee with thee: as for all that thou lackest, shalt thou finde with me: onely abide not in the streete al night.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And the old man saith, 'Peace to thee; only, all thy lack [is] on me, only in the broad place lodge not.'

World English Bible WEB

The old man said, “Peace be to you! Just let me supply all your needs, but don’t sleep in the street.”

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And the old man said, Peace be with thee; however, let all thy wants lie upon me; only lodge not in the street.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And the old man answered him: Peace be with thee: I will furnish all things that are necessary: only I beseech thee, stay not in the street.

Translation for Translators T4T

The old man said, “I wish that things will go well for you, but I would like to provide what you need. Do not stay here in the square tonight.”

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Berean Amplified Bible — Judges 19:20

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Judges 19:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר הָ/אִ֤ישׁ הַ/זָּקֵן֙ שָׁל֣וֹם לָ֔/ךְ רַ֥ק כָּל מַחְסוֹרְ/ךָ֖ עָלָ֑/י רַ֥ק בָּ/רְח֖וֹב אַל תָּלַֽן
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר ʼâmar H559 to say Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הָ/אִ֤ישׁ ʼîysh H376 man Art | N-ms
הַ/זָּקֵן֙ zâqên H2205 old Art | Adj
שָׁל֣וֹם shâlôwm H7965 Peace N-ms
לָ֔/ךְ Prep | Suff
רַ֥ק raq H7535 except DirObjM
כָּל kôl H3605 all N-ms
מַחְסוֹרְ/ךָ֖ machçôwr H4270 need N-ms | Suff
עָלָ֑/י ʻal H5921 upon Prep | Suff
רַ֥ק raq H7535 except DirObjM
בָּ/רְח֖וֹב rᵉchôb H7339 street/plaza Prep | N-fs
אַל ʼal H408 not Part
תָּלַֽן lûwn H3885 to lodge V-Qal-Juss-2ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 19:20

וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר ʼâmar H559 "to say" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
הָ/אִ֤ישׁ ʼîysh H376 "man" Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
הַ/זָּקֵן֙ zâqên H2205 "old" Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means old or elderly, as in the case of the elderly men who appeared to Abraham in Genesis 18:11. It can also refer to those in positions of authority, like the elders who helped Moses in Exodus 24:1. The term is used to describe respect and leadership.
Definition: : old 1) old 1a) old (of humans) 1b) elder (of those having authority) Also means: za.qen (זָקֵן ": elder" H2205)
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: aged, ancient (man), elder(-est), old (man, men and...women), senator. See also: Genesis 18:11; 1 Samuel 28:14; Psalms 105:22.
שָׁל֣וֹם shâlôwm H7965 "Peace" N-ms
This Hebrew word for peace, shalom, means completeness, wellness, and friendship, and is often used to describe God's relationship with humanity, as seen in the covenant with the Israelites. It encompasses physical and spiritual health, prosperity, and harmony.
Definition: This name means completeness, peace Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 209 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] do, familiar, [idiom] fare, favour, [phrase] friend, [idiom] great, (good) health, ([idiom] perfect, such as be at) peace(-able, -ably), prosper(-ity, -ous), rest, safe(-ty), salute, welfare, ([idiom] all is, be) well, [idiom] wholly. See also: Genesis 15:15; Esther 2:11; Psalms 4:9.
לָ֔/ךְ "" Prep | Suff
רַ֥ק raq H7535 "except" DirObjM
This Hebrew word means 'except' or 'only', used to limit or emphasize something, like in Exodus 12:11 where it says to eat the Passover meal in haste, with nothing but your clothes on. It can also mean 'but' or 'nevertheless'.
Definition: 1) only, altogether, surely 1a) only 1b) only, nought but, altogether (in limitation) 1c) save, except (after a negative) 1d) only, altogether, surely (with an affirmative) 1e) if only, provided only (prefixed for emphasis) 1f) only, exclusively (for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: but, even, except, howbeit howsoever, at the least, nevertheless, nothing but, notwithstanding, only, save, so (that), surely, yet (so), in any wise. See also: Genesis 6:5; Joshua 13:14; Psalms 32:6.
כָּל kôl H3605 "all" N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
מַחְסוֹרְ/ךָ֖ machçôwr H4270 "need" N-ms | Suff
This word describes a lack or shortage of something, like a need for food or money. It is used in the Bible to describe poverty and want. In Deuteronomy 15:8, God commands the Israelites to lend to those in need.
Definition: 1) need, poverty, thing needed 1a) need, thing needed 1b) lack, want 1c) need, poverty
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: lack, need, penury, poor, poverty, want. See also: Deuteronomy 15:8; Proverbs 11:24; Psalms 34:10.
עָלָ֑/י ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
רַ֥ק raq H7535 "except" DirObjM
This Hebrew word means 'except' or 'only', used to limit or emphasize something, like in Exodus 12:11 where it says to eat the Passover meal in haste, with nothing but your clothes on. It can also mean 'but' or 'nevertheless'.
Definition: 1) only, altogether, surely 1a) only 1b) only, nought but, altogether (in limitation) 1c) save, except (after a negative) 1d) only, altogether, surely (with an affirmative) 1e) if only, provided only (prefixed for emphasis) 1f) only, exclusively (for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: but, even, except, howbeit howsoever, at the least, nevertheless, nothing but, notwithstanding, only, save, so (that), surely, yet (so), in any wise. See also: Genesis 6:5; Joshua 13:14; Psalms 32:6.
בָּ/רְח֖וֹב rᵉchôb H7339 "street/plaza" Prep | N-fs
A street or plaza, referring to a public area or open space, like a marketplace or a thoroughfare. This word is used to describe urban settings and community gathering places, often in stories about city life and trade. It appears in books like Nehemiah and Jeremiah.
Definition: broad or open place or plaza
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: broad place (way), street. See also H1050 (בֵּית רְחוֹב). See also: Genesis 19:2; Proverbs 7:12; Psalms 55:12.
אַל ʼal H408 "not" Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
תָּלַֽן lûwn H3885 "to lodge" V-Qal-Juss-2ms
To grumble or complain, this word describes a negative attitude of discontent or murmuring. It is used in the Bible to describe people who are unhappy or stubborn.
Definition: 1) to lodge, stop over, pass the night, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lodge, pass the night 1a2) to abide, remain (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to cause to rest, lodge 1c) (Hithpalpel) to dwell, abide
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: abide (all night), continue, dwell, endure, grudge, be left, lie all night, (cause to) lodge (all night, in, -ing, this night), (make to) murmur, remain, tarry (all night, that night). See also: Genesis 19:2; Judges 19:20; Psalms 25:13.

Study Notes — Judges 19:20

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1 Judges 6:23 But the LORD said to him, “Peace be with you. Do not be afraid, for you will not die.”
2 James 2:15–16 Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you tells him, “Go in peace; stay warm and well fed,” but does not provide for his physical needs, what good is that?
3 Hebrews 13:2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it.
4 Genesis 19:2–3 and said, “My lords, please turn aside into the house of your servant; wash your feet and spend the night. Then you can rise early and go on your way.” “No,” they answered, “we will spend the night in the square.” But Lot insisted so strongly that they followed him into his house. He prepared a feast for them and baked unleavened bread, and they ate.
5 Genesis 43:23–24 “It is fine,” said the steward. “Do not be afraid. Your God, the God of your father, gave you the treasure that was in your sacks. I received your silver.” Then he brought Simeon out to them. And the steward took the men into Joseph’s house, gave them water to wash their feet, and provided food for their donkeys.
6 John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
7 Luke 10:5–6 Whatever house you enter, begin by saying, ‘Peace to this house.’ If a man of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; if not, it will return to you.
8 Romans 12:13 Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality.
9 1 John 3:18 Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth.
10 Genesis 24:31–33 “Come, you who are blessed by the LORD,” said Laban. “Why are you standing out here? I have prepared the house and a place for the camels.” So the man came to the house, and the camels were unloaded. Straw and feed were brought to the camels, and water to wash his feet and the feet of his companions. Then a meal was set before the man, but he said, “I will not eat until I have told you what I came to say.” So Laban said, “Please speak.”

Judges 19:20 Summary

In Judges 19:20, the old man shows kindness and generosity to the Levite and his companions, offering them food, shelter, and safety. This verse teaches us the importance of hospitality and trust in God's provision, as seen in verses like Psalm 23:1-4 and Matthew 25:31-46. The old man's actions demonstrate that true peace and security come from God, and that we should strive to show love and care to those around us, just as God shows love and care to us. By trusting in God's goodness and provision, we can offer hospitality and kindness to others, just like the old man in this verse.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the old man mean by 'peace to you' in Judges 19:20?

The old man's greeting of 'peace to you' is a common Hebrew greeting, similar to 'shalom,' which means wholeness, completeness, and well-being, as seen in Genesis 43:23 and Exodus 4:18.

Why does the old man tell the Levite not to spend the night in the square?

The old man tells the Levite not to spend the night in the square because it was not a safe place, as evidenced by the events that unfold in Judges 19:22, and he wants to provide hospitality and protection, as commanded in Deuteronomy 10:19.

What can we learn from the old man's generosity in Judges 19:20?

The old man's generosity teaches us the importance of showing kindness and hospitality to strangers, as seen in Hebrews 13:2 and Matthew 25:35, and trusting in God's provision, as seen in Psalm 37:3-5.

How does this verse relate to the concept of hospitality in the Bible?

This verse illustrates the biblical concept of hospitality, which is rooted in love and care for others, as seen in Romans 12:13 and 1 Peter 4:9, and is a reflection of God's character, as seen in Psalm 68:5-6.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I can show hospitality to those in need, just like the old man in this verse?
  2. How can I trust in God's provision, like the old man, when I am faced with uncertainty or scarcity?
  3. What does this verse teach me about the importance of community and safety, and how can I apply this to my own life?
  4. How can I balance the desire to help others with the need to protect myself and my loved ones, as seen in the old man's warning to the Levite?

Gill's Exposition on Judges 19:20

And the old man said, peace be with you,.... All happiness attend thee, particularly ease and tranquillity of mind, let nothing disturb or distress thee: howsoever, let all thy wants lie upon me;

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 19:20

And the old man said, Peace be with thee; howsoever let all thy wants lie upon me; only lodge not in the street. Peace be with thee - the genuine Hebrew and Oriental salutations still in use. Only lodge not in the street.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 19:20

It matters not whether thou wantest nothing or every thing, I will take care to supply all thy wants.

Trapp's Commentary on Judges 19:20

Judges 19:20 And the old man said, Peace [be] with thee; howsoever [let] all thy wants [lie] upon me; only lodge not in the street.Ver. 20. Only lodge not in the street.] He maketh it his suit to the Levite that he may lodge him, &c. This is to pursue hospitality. This good old man was a sojourner there himself; and, as she said, Non iguara mali, &c., he could the more pity and provide for strangers. Queen Elizabeth’ s speech to the children of Christ’ s Hospital as she rode through Fleet Street, was, "We are orphans all: let me enjoy your prayers, and ye shall be sure of mine assistance." England’ s Elizeb.

Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 19:20

(20) Peace be with thee.—The words are not here a greeting, but an assurance of help. Only lodge not in the street.—Genesis 19:2.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Judges 19:20

Verse 20. All thy wants lie upon me] Here was genuine hospitality: "Keep your bread and wine for yourselves, and your straw and provender for your asses; you may need them before you finish your journey; I will supply all your wants for this night, therefore do not lodge in the street."

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